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Park ranger recognized for saving two Navy cadets from drowning

Written by Kaitie Kiger on April 15, 2021. Posted in Community.

Violent waves crashed the shore March 27 as U.S. park ranger Andrew Robinson dove into the cold Gulf of Mexico at Opal Beach to save two distressed swimmers about 100 yards out.

A 25-year-old male and a 19-year-old female, both Navy cadets, got caught in a rip current that pushed them out into the rough waters past the breaking point that Saturday afternoon. Robinson scanned the water after being alerted by a beachgoer and noticed them struggling to stay afloat. He immediately took action.

April 15-21, 2021 Blast from the Past

Written by Linda Murchison on April 15, 2021. Posted in History.

One Year Ago – 2020

On April 17, the Home Builders Association of West Florida Inc. (HBA) filed to prevent impact fees from being collected in Santa Rosa County on new home construction. The complaint alleged that the fees were calculated using faulty data that was not fully updated.

Fire heavily damages home, displaces local family

Written by Staff Reporters on April 14, 2021. Posted in News.

The Holley-Navarre Fire District responded to an early morning Wednesday in the 8900 block of Orlando Avenue.

The call came in about 3 a.m., with the caller advising that the house was filled with smoke and the fire was coming from the area of a gas grill on the lanai in the rear of the residence. Everyone was out of the house, the caller said.

Defense sets tone for Raider flag football team once again

Written by Brian Lester on April 13, 2021. Posted in Sports.

Defense has become a trademark of the 2021 edition of Navarre’s flag football team, and if a reminder was needed, it was sent out Thursday night under the lights of Bennett C. Russell Stadium.

Every time Gulf Breeze tried to make a big play, Navarre shut it down on its way to a 13-0 win over the rival Dolphins on senior night.

Raiders keep focus on positives despite loss to Jaguars

Written by Brian Lester on April 13, 2021. Posted in Sports.

When Jessica Farrer crushed a home run over the fence in the fifth inning of Thursday night’s game against West Florida Tech, her teammates and the fans cheering her on as she rounded the bases, it appeared as if Navarre had tightened its grasp on the momentum.

On a personal level for the sophomore, it was a big moment.

Turner House owner misses first deadline

Written by Wendy Victora Rudman on April 12, 2021. Posted in Community.

The first deadline for the forced rehabilitation of the “Turner House” on Navarre Beach came and went Monday with only three of the five checklist items completed.

40 years after military father’s death, California woman returns to Hurlburt Field

Written by Wendy Victora Rudman on April 8, 2021. Posted in News.

When Mary Hume Gangl’s dad went off to a training mission in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she had a decision to make.

She would turn 15 while he was gone. Did she want the family celebration to be held before he left or after he came home? She chose to wait.

Raiders gear up for regional meet

Written by Brian Lester on April 7, 2021. Posted in Sports.

When the season began, Navarre boys weightlifting coach Garrett Bagley noted that his team had a long way to go.

Over the last two months, the Raiders have made significant strides and enter Friday’s sub-regional at Oak Leaf with a shot to bring home another trophy.

Waste Pro switches cans, modifies service

Written by Kaitie Kiger on April 7, 2021. Posted in News.

Waste Pro started its new pickup schedule and rates in South Santa Rosa County April 5 and Waste Pro Division Manager Rick Chancey said he was very pleased with the smooth transition.

April 8-14, 2021 Blast from the Past

Written by Linda Murchison on April 7, 2021. Posted in History.

One Year Ago – 2020

School closures due to COVID-19 were extended through May 1. Santa Rosa County’s last day of classes was set for May 29 so the decision was made by the school district that students would not return for in-person schooling for the 2019/2020 school year.